Troopers Rescue Girl and Arrest Kidnapping Suspect in Jefferson County
Tennessee troopers say they rescued a 13 year old girl during a traffic stop on Interstate 40 in Jefferson County. They arrested 20 year old Brendan Arthurs, wanted in North Carolina in connection with kidnapping and child sexual assault. The girl was taken to UT Medical Center for evaluation.
Read MoreRising Fuel and Bus Costs Strain School Budgets
Washington and Greene county school districts are reviewing budgets as diesel tops five dollars a gallon and new buses cost around 150 thousand dollars each. Officials say they may shift funds to cover transportation costs while exploring propane and electric buses for long-term savings.
Read MoreGreene County Schools Updates Threat Assessments Amid Online Gaming Concerns
Greene County Schools is updating how it assesses threats as concerning messages surface through online gaming. Director Chris Malone says district staff have worked with a national expert to improve assessment forms and interview techniques. School officials encourage students and parents to report potential threats.
Read MoreStacy Keach Reported Dead at 85
The Associated Press reports 85 year old Stacy Keach has died in Poland. The actor was best known as television detective Mike Hammer…
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